Garlic Butter Meatballs with Parmesan Zucchini Pasta 🍝🧄🧆

Juicy garlic herb meatballs served with a light parmesan zucchini pasta salad — a delicious high-protein meal packed with flavor and perfect for lunch or dinner.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Meatballs

• 1 lb ground beef or turkey
• 1 egg
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

For the Parmesan Zucchini Pasta

• 2 medium zucchini, spiralized or thinly sliced
• 6 oz spaghetti or angel hair pasta
• ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the Meatballs

In a large bowl, combine ground meat, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, parmesan, parsley, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Mix until combined and roll into small meatballs.

2. Cook the Meatballs

Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Cook meatballs for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and fully cooked.

3. Prepare the Pasta

Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and let cool slightly.

Lightly sauté zucchini noodles for 1–2 minutes so they stay slightly crisp.

4. Toss Everything Together

In a large bowl, combine pasta, zucchini, red onion, parmesan, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Toss until evenly coated.

5. Serve

Top the pasta mixture with warm garlic butter meatballs.

Garnish with extra parmesan and fresh parsley.

💡 Tips

• Use turkey for a lighter version
• Add chili flakes for extra heat
• Delicious served warm or chilled as meal prep

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Serve with garlic bread
• Pair with roasted vegetables
• Add a creamy yogurt or ranch drizzle

Enjoy this savory, cheesy, and satisfying meatball bowl! 🧆✨